Are Sheepies Dog-Agressive?
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| According to the standard, Quote: "Temperament: An adaptable, intelligent dog of even disposition, with no sign of aggression, shyness or nervousness." (bold mine)
It is very important that you find a reputable breeder that not only tests for all the physical attributes of the breed but tests as well as temperament - check out the breeder referrals: http://www.oldenglishsheepdogclubofamer ... ferral.htm |
| Since you are in Canada I would recommend you check out www.oesocc.org (Old English Sheepdog and Owners Club of Canada)
If you contact any on the contact list they will be able to point you in the right direction as well. |
| Remember though: dogs are dogs and sometimes they can be aggressive towards other dogs, no matter how good their breeding. They all have individual personalities. |
| Any dog can be aggressive if it is not trained properly or as others have said improper breeding. Most dogs that are aggressive are so out of fear. |
| I agree with Mop Lover. My advice is to visit different breeders and meet all of their dogs. Make sure the mom and dad have only the best temperments. I believe temperment is genetic as well as learned behaviour from their mother. Proper socialization of the pups from the breeder is also key to raising a pup to ensure a great temperment. Temperment is not really suppossed to be an issue with this breed, although you have to remember that as with any breed, some different factors may come into play eg: abuse, etc. |
| Thank you very much for the replys on the links!
So with socialization, I'm hoping he will be alright with dogs. My only concern is I have a little poodle and I don't want any fights. However, the poodle is very laid back so I don't think it will be a problem. I'll check out those links now... |
| We have a multiple dog household, and have had 3 sheepdogs over the years. They have always gotten along well with all our dogs, and other dogs we meet.
We do alot with our dogs, so they are well socialized from day one. That is very important - I can't stress that enough! If they sit at home and don't get out with others, they lose the ability to adjust and poor behaviors result. |
| As someone with one aggressive sheepie - I'd like to point out that just like people some dogs have issues. No matter how much training, how good the breeding or how well socialized they can be aggressive. Never having had an aggressive dog before (nor are the other two we have) I can tell you it is very easy to assume you know all of the answers if you never have an agressive dog.
I think every one should be prepared for a dog that will come into the house and be aggressive to other dogs in some way - if it doesn't happen then you too will believe you have all the answers, if it does, at least you were prepared that it could happen. |
Duchess our 3rd OES is 5 months. when we had the others our kids where all home so there was no problem , lots of people in and out 
Now things are much quieter so in hopes of keeping her friendly approach to people and animals I have been taking her to the plaza and just walking around so that she will get used to many . And she got along great at puppy class and to keep that up I take her to a puppy playroom . |
| Another thing to consider when reading posts about dogs being aggressive on here-- people are posting because they need help so you wind up reading about all the problems that dogs have rather than the good stuff. |
| As a breed, OES are not dog agressive or people agressive. Individual dogs MAY be agressive, either because of poor breeding/poor temperment and also because of bad or no training.
As pointed out earlier, it is important to train an OES early on. I knew when I got my first that he would quickly become large enough to eat off the table, standing on the floor. And I found to my surprise that when nearly grown physically, but still a puppy, he could carry a full sized soccer ball around in his mouth. Not to mention, wash my face for me while I was standing up. So, yes, it is important to train your dog, in part because of the large size of the breed. Too many owners of small dogs are so captured by the cuteness of their dog that they don't realize that even a miniature breed needs good manners and can be dangerous without. But all dogs deserve the training, the upbringing that will make them happy and welcome in the world. Large, small, show, pet, pedigreed or mixed. |
kerry wrote: As someone with one aggressive sheepie - I'd like to point out that just like people some dogs have issues. No matter how much training, how good the breeding or how well socialized they can be aggressive. Never having had an aggressive dog before (nor are the other two we have) I can tell you it is very easy to assume you know all of the answers if you never have an agressive dog.
I think every one should be prepared for a dog that will come into the house and be aggressive to other dogs in some way - if it doesn't happen then you too will believe you have all the answers, if it does, at least you were prepared that it could happen. Agreed. |
| Kerry is SO right!
I have tried EVERYTHING to keep my 2 males from fighting. You name it, we even went to a class called "Feisty Fidos"! NOTHING worked! Alas we live with gates & have separate "family time" We have had our 3 sheepies almost 4 years. My female Shelby is fine with either boy (She gets along with everyone & everything). If there is a perfect dog, she is it! I do believe however, there is no hope for my boys to get along!  |
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